FDA recall record

Beaver Visitec International Xstar Safety Slit Knife, 2.75 mm 45 Bevel Up, Model Number recall — FDA Z-2162-2024

The wrong configuration of the blade was in the package. The bevel was on the opposite side, instead of being in front (bevel up) it was in the back…

Class IIclassification
Z-2162-2024official record ID
Jun 26, 2024report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-2162-2024
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusOngoing
Recalling firmBeaver Visitec International, Inc.
Report dateJun 26, 2024
Recall initiation dateMay 10, 2024
Quantity126 units
LocationWaltham, MA, United States

Official product description

Xstar Safety Slit Knife, 2.75 mm 45 Bevel Up, Model Number 378227, a component of CustomEye Kits, Numbers 584562, 5800109

Why the product was recalled

The wrong configuration of the blade was in the package. The bevel was on the opposite side, instead of being in front (bevel up) it was in the back (bevel down).

Distribution information

Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Canada, UK, and Italy.

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.

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